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Claims Specialist roles at U.S. insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and managed care organizations regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers file on behalf of foreign professionals, documenting that the role requires specialized analytical skills no qualified U.S. worker filled. Sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status.
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At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.
Overview
Salary: Up to $165,000 per year, dependent upon experience
Jurisdictions: CO
Licenses: must be willing to obtain all licenses stated by manager within specified timeframe
Location: This role is eligible for fully remote work however you must reside in CO or be in proximity to CO for travel requirements.
The Senior Claims Specialist within GB Specialty is responsible for managing moderately complex Healthcare Professional Liability claims. This role manages the full claim life cycle, including coverage analysis, investigation, evaluation, and resolution, while ensuring claims are handled in accordance with client expectations, policy obligations, and regulatory requirements.
How you'll make an impact
- Analyzes coverage and settles moderately complex claims in Healthcare Professional Liability.
- Generally, incumbent does not work on workers’ compensation claims.
- Able to manage the full-life cycle of all assigned claims files.
- Analyzes coverage and determines defense obligations.
- Under minimal supervision, conducts thorough analysis and investigations necessary to determine claims exposure and recommend appropriate settlement strategies and action plans.
- Creates reservation of rights and coverage denial letters.
- Negotiates settlements with clients, client attorneys, and Public Adjusters.
- Interacts extensively with various parties involved in the claims process, and may recommend retaining the advice of outside experts as necessary.
- Prepares reserve and settlement authority requests for client and carrier approval.
- May act as a client advocate with carriers to ensure proper claims handling, including any necessary scoping, estimating, and addressing of coverage.
- Has a solid understanding of claims processing and the insurance brokerage business.
- Has a basic understanding of the terminology and case law associated with healthcare professional liability claims.
- Handles claims consistent with clients’ and corporate policies, procedures and best practices and in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and ethical requirements.
- Incumbents at this level should be able to work at full caseload capacity.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years related claims experience required.
- Prior experience working within the applicable specialty claims area or demonstrated ability to handle unique/challenging claims issues.
- Appropriately licensed and/or certified in all states in which claims are being handled or able to obtain the licenses/certification per local requirements.
- Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.
- Computer experience with related claims and business software.
Preferred:
- JD highly preferred.
- Licensed Attorney highly preferred.
- 2+ years of experience adjusting claims in Healthcare professional Liability.
Behaviors:
- Ability to think critically, solve problems, plan and organize activities, serve clients, negotiate, effectively communicate verbally and in writing and embrace new challenges.
- Analytical skill necessary to make decisions and resolve issues inherent in handling of claims.
- Ability to successfully negotiate the settlement and disposition of claims including the ability to interpret related documentation.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
- Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
- Life and accident insurance
- 401(K) and Roth options
- Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
- Educational expense reimbursement
- Paid parental leave
Other benefits include:
- Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
- Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
- Training programs
- Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
- Charitable matching gift program
- And more...
The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.
We value inclusion and diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
INTRODUCTION
At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.
Overview
Salary: Up to $165,000 per year, dependent upon experience
Jurisdictions: CO
Licenses: must be willing to obtain all licenses stated by manager within specified timeframe
Location: This role is eligible for fully remote work however you must reside in CO or be in proximity to CO for travel requirements.
The Senior Claims Specialist within GB Specialty is responsible for managing moderately complex Healthcare Professional Liability claims. This role manages the full claim life cycle, including coverage analysis, investigation, evaluation, and resolution, while ensuring claims are handled in accordance with client expectations, policy obligations, and regulatory requirements.
How you'll make an impact
- Analyzes coverage and settles moderately complex claims in Healthcare Professional Liability.
- Generally, incumbent does not work on workers’ compensation claims.
- Able to manage the full-life cycle of all assigned claims files.
- Analyzes coverage and determines defense obligations.
- Under minimal supervision, conducts thorough analysis and investigations necessary to determine claims exposure and recommend appropriate settlement strategies and action plans.
- Creates reservation of rights and coverage denial letters.
- Negotiates settlements with clients, client attorneys, and Public Adjusters.
- Interacts extensively with various parties involved in the claims process, and may recommend retaining the advice of outside experts as necessary.
- Prepares reserve and settlement authority requests for client and carrier approval.
- May act as a client advocate with carriers to ensure proper claims handling, including any necessary scoping, estimating, and addressing of coverage.
- Has a solid understanding of claims processing and the insurance brokerage business.
- Has a basic understanding of the terminology and case law associated with healthcare professional liability claims.
- Handles claims consistent with clients’ and corporate policies, procedures and best practices and in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and ethical requirements.
- Incumbents at this level should be able to work at full caseload capacity.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years related claims experience required.
- Prior experience working within the applicable specialty claims area or demonstrated ability to handle unique/challenging claims issues.
- Appropriately licensed and/or certified in all states in which claims are being handled or able to obtain the licenses/certification per local requirements.
- Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.
- Computer experience with related claims and business software.
Preferred:
- JD highly preferred.
- Licensed Attorney highly preferred.
- 2+ years of experience adjusting claims in Healthcare professional Liability.
Behaviors:
- Ability to think critically, solve problems, plan and organize activities, serve clients, negotiate, effectively communicate verbally and in writing and embrace new challenges.
- Analytical skill necessary to make decisions and resolve issues inherent in handling of claims.
- Ability to successfully negotiate the settlement and disposition of claims including the ability to interpret related documentation.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
- Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
- Life and accident insurance
- 401(K) and Roth options
- Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
- Educational expense reimbursement
- Paid parental leave
Other benefits include:
- Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
- Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
- Training programs
- Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
- Charitable matching gift program
- And more...
The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.
We value inclusion and diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Claims Specialist
Match your credentials to the right EB tier
EB-3 covers Claims Specialists with a bachelor's degree; EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or equivalent specialized expertise. Review the employer's job requirements carefully before accepting an offer, since the posted minimum education shapes which petition your employer files.
Translate foreign insurance credentials for U.S. employers
Designations like ANZIIF, CII, or provincial adjusting licenses don't map directly onto U.S. licensing frameworks. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization and ask your employer to reference it explicitly in the PERM job description to support the specialty occupation argument.
Target carriers with active PERM filing history
Carriers, TPAs, and managed care organizations that have filed PERM applications for Claims Specialists before have established internal legal workflows. Search OFLC PERM disclosure data by SOC code 43-9041 to identify employers who have sponsored this specific role rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate by job title and filter for employers with verified EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. This surfaces Claims Specialist openings at organizations that have already cleared the PERM process for similar roles, cutting out the guesswork when evaluating job listings.
Clarify the PERM timeline before signing your offer
PERM labor certification typically takes six to twelve months at DOL before the I-140 petition stage begins. Ask the hiring manager whether the company starts PERM immediately on your start date or waits for a probationary period, since delays compound priority date backlogs for oversubscribed countries.
Verify prevailing wage compliance at the job description stage
DOL denies PERM applications when the offered wage falls below the prevailing wage for the role and location. Cross-check the salary in your offer letter against the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 43-9041 before signing, so you can flag any gap while the employer can still revise the filing.
Green Card Claims Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Claims Specialist roles actually qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Claims Specialist positions at insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and managed care organizations regularly qualify under EB-3 for roles requiring a bachelor's degree, and under EB-2 when the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or equivalent specialized expertise. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and minimum requirements your employer documents in the PERM filing, not just the job title.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
PERM targets permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and EB-3 has no annual lottery like the H-1B visa does. The process is longer: DOL labor certification typically takes six to twelve months, followed by an I-140 petition and then adjustment of status or consular processing. The payoff is lawful permanent residency, with no recurring renewal cycles and no lottery risk each spring.
What documentation should I prepare before a Claims Specialist employer agrees to sponsor me?
Pull together your academic transcripts, degree certificates, any foreign insurance designations with a NACES credential evaluation, and a detailed employment history showing claims analysis or adjusting experience. Employers need this documentation to draft an accurate PERM job description and to demonstrate to DOL that your qualifications match the requirements listed in the labor certification filing.
How can I find Claims Specialist jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Claims Specialist openings by employers with verified EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never cleared the PERM process. You can narrow results by location and tier to focus on carriers and administrators already set up to sponsor foreign professionals in this role.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers during the PERM process?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved means the PERM filing is abandoned and your new employer must start over. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, portability rules under AC21 may let you transfer the petition to a new employer in a same or similar Claims Specialist role without losing your place in the backlog.